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Aging: what happens when we age?
SAGGING OF THE FACE
The principal structures of the face are modified with age: the skin, fat, muscles and bone structure. The skin becomes thinner, it stretches, losing its firmness and tone. Subcutaneous tissue has less elasticity and a loss of fat contributes to the phenomenon of sagging tissue (ptose).
The face gradually becomes out of step with who we are inside.
With ageing, areas of the face that were once full of volume and vitality begin to slacken, which leads to sagging skin and a tired appearance. Features become less defined, the cheekbones are less prominent and the skin is not as firm. It is therefore natural to seek to restore the triangle of beauty and regain a fresh, toned and youthful face.
Thread lifts help restore the triangle of youth, as well as re-establish a sense of wellbeing and self-confidence.
Aging: what happens when we age?
SAGGING OF THE FACE
The principal structures of the face are modified with age: the skin, fat, muscles and bone structure. The skin becomes thinner, it stretches, losing its firmness and tone. Subcutaneous tissue has less elasticity and a loss of fat contributes to the phenomenon of sagging tissue (ptose).
The face gradually becomes out of step with who we are inside.
With ageing, areas of the face that were once full of volume and vitality begin to slacken, which leads to sagging skin and a tired appearance. Features become less defined, the cheekbones are less prominent and the skin is not as firm. It is therefore natural to seek to restore the triangle of beauty and regain a fresh, toned and youthful face.
Thread lifts help restore the triangle of youth, as well as re-establish a sense of wellbeing and self-confidence.
TREATMENTS TO COMBAT PTOSE
Skin quality
Cosmetics, mesotherapy, peels, lasers, etc. can help improve the surface of the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines, sun damage and blemished or depigmented areas.
Loss of volume
Targeted injections of filling agents such as hyaluronic acid or lipofilling reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, modifying facial contours and adding plumpness.
Ptose
A tissue lift (via tensor threads or surgical technique) enables the tissue to be repositioned and slackened structures to be lifted. Long-term results can be obtained through the use of permanent threads.
WHY UNDERGO A THREAD LIFT?
Thread lifts enable what no other non-surgical technique is capable of: to reposition tissue in the long term with minimally invasive intervention.
Choosing a thread lift has many advantages compared with a surgical intervention: no incision, no general anaesthetic, no operating block.
SPRING THREAD®: AN EFFECTIVE RESPONSE TO REDUCE THE SIGNS OF AGEING
A unique product
Spring Thread® is a unique, patented product that has been EC certified since its creation in 2008. It is 100% designed and produced in France, associating the essential characteristics for optimal effectiveness.
Polyester & silicone
Strong, flexible and 100% biocompatible, for a more reliable and longer- lasting effect.
Controlled elasticity
Follows tissue mobility, helps prevent any risk of extrusion or discomfort and guarantees a natural result.
Rounded and bi-directional cogs
Avoids tissue injury and results in greater fibrosis.
Atraumatic swaged needle
Foam tip to reduce surgical risks, and for a ready-to-use product.
Photo © Spring Thread / Laurent Piérard – Discofuego
Spring Thread® is a composite implant manufactured from a polyester helix core on which are moulded rounded cogs in soft medical-grade silicone, creating numerous anchor points (24/cm). The resulting tensor thread is strong, flexible, elastic and atraumatic. Polyester and silicone have been used for over 50 years in medical implants, they are medical grade materials that are perfectly inert and biocompatible.
The silicone is moulded onto the thread in the form of rounded cogs that do not cause pain. Their four-dimensional form and large quantity make for excellent anchorage in the tissue.
Every step in manufacture is controlled in order to provide a very high quality product.
The CE marking (Class IIb) and compliance with the ISO 13485 standard attest to the great care taken during manufacture.
Tensor threads are now available in over 40 countries and more than 240,000 threads have been implanted since 2007. Spring Thread® permanent tensor threads are the 100% French aesthetic solution.
Why Spring Thread®?
Once implanted beneath the skin (subcutaneous fatty tissue), Spring Thread® enables tissue to be repositioned and restores a harmonious shape to the face.
The appearance is not fixed but retains its mobility, with a restored oval, revived contours and a natural result.
Natural results
Thanks to the flexibility and elasticity of the thread, which is similar to that of the skin, the face does not appear set as natural facial expressions and skin elasticity are retained. This is the key to achieving a comfortable, harmonious and natural result.
LONG-LASTING EFFECT
Spring Thread® tensor threads are permanent. The results are therefore more durable, lasting for three to five years and sometimes even longer. The lifting effect is immediate and will continue to improve in the weeks following the treatment.
Performance
The numerous soft, moulded cogs (24 per cm) make for easy reshaping and effective anchoring. Tissue is lifted vertically and repositioned; skin quality is improved.
10 REASONS FOR CHOOSING SPRING THREAD®
Spring Thread® offers greater advantages than any other thread on the market.
LONG AND BI-DIRECTIONAL THREAD
Long thread with bi-directional cogs (15+15 cm) to treat large areas and increase the surface of adhesion to tissue, while giving the practitioner great freedom in the choice of insertion technique.
CONTROLLED ELASTICITY
For a natural result. By imitating the skin’s elasticity, Spring Thread® follows the movement of the tissue. Elasticity avoids any risk of extrusion or discomfort for the patient and ensures a natural result by allowing facial movements.
A GREAT NUMBER OF COGS
For easier thread placement and greater adhesion. The large number of cogs (24 per cm) oriented in four directions multiplies the surface area that is anchored in the tissue. In this way, every millimetre of the thread is held in place to guarantee a long-term lift with no risk of sagging.
PERMANENT AND INERT THREAD
To be safer and longer lasting. Spring Thread® is made from medical-grade silicone and polyester, both of which are inert and biocompatible materials. It can be used on the vast majority of patients.
STRENGTH
For good suspension. The strength of Spring Thread® is tested and controlled. The practitioner therefore benefits from a product that is unlikely to break while it is being inserted.
100% FRENCH DESIGN AND PRODUCTION
Spring Thread® was designed and is produced entirely in France, in Besançon (10) and Tourcoing (59) to guarantee its high quality and a local service. The product bears CE marking and 1st SurgiConcept® is an ISO 13485:2016 certified company.
ROUNDED COGS
Avoids tissue damage and results in greater fibrosis. It was Spring Thread® that invented rounded cogs, enabling the practitioner to provide the patient with a comfortable procedure. The cogs are not aggressive and there is a reduced risk of tissue injury. The result is atraumatic insertion and a shorter recovery time.
BEST VALUE FOR MONEY
Thread lifts have become an integral part of aesthetic medical procedures, used on their own or as part of combined treatment. Within the diversity of the market, Spring Thread® also stands out regarding its excellent value for money.
2 LONG FLEXIBLE NEEDLES
With a foam tip to minimise surgical risks. These unique needles have been developed specially by our R&D department and are designed to enhance the technical properties of Spring Thread®. They provide a good grip and are flexible, to allow the threads to be inserted more comfortably and in complete safety.
SIMPLE INSERTION TECHNIQUES
Because simplicity is often the best option, our simple and effective insertion diagrams are developed together with practitioners. These techniques guarantee an optimal result for the patient: a natural appearance and long-lasting effect.
10 REASONS FOR CHOOSING SPRING THREAD®
Spring Thread® offers greater advantages than any other thread on the market.
LONG AND BI-DIRECTIONAL THREAD
Long thread with bi-directional cogs (15+15 cm) to treat large areas and increase the surface of adhesion to tissue, while giving the practitioner great freedom in the choice of insertion technique.
CONTROLLED ELASTICITY
For a natural result. By imitating the skin’s elasticity, Spring Thread® follows the movement of the tissue. Elasticity avoids any risk of extrusion or discomfort for the patient and ensures a natural result by allowing facial movements.
A GREAT NUMBER OF COGS
For easier thread placement and greater adhesion. The large number of cogs (24 per cm) oriented in four directions multiplies the surface area that is anchored in the tissue. In this way, every millimetre of the thread is held in place to guarantee a long-term lift with no risk of sagging.
PERMANENT AND INERT THREAD
To be safer and longer lasting. Spring Thread® is made from medical-grade silicone and polyester, both of which are inert and biocompatible materials. It can be used on the vast majority of patients.
STRENGTH
For good suspension. The strength of Spring Thread® is tested and controlled. The practitioner therefore benefits from a product that is unlikely to break while it is being inserted.
100% FRENCH DESIGN AND PRODUCTION
Spring Thread® was designed and is produced entirely in France, in Besançon (10) and Tourcoing (59) to guarantee its high quality and a local service. The product bears CE marking and 1st SurgiConcept® is an ISO 13485:2016 certified company.
ROUNDED COGS
Avoids tissue damage and results in greater fibrosis. It was Spring Thread® that invented rounded cogs, enabling the practitioner to provide the patient with a comfortable procedure. The cogs are not aggressive and there is a reduced risk of tissue injury. The result is atraumatic insertion and a shorter recovery time.
BEST VALUE FOR MONEY
Thread lifts have become an integral part of aesthetic medical procedures, used on their own or as part of combined treatment. Within the diversity of the market, Spring Thread® also stands out regarding its excellent value for money.
2 LONG FLEXIBLE NEEDLES
With a foam tip to minimise surgical risks. These unique needles have been developed specially by our R&D department and are designed to enhance the technical properties of Spring Thread®. They provide a good grip and are flexible, to allow the threads to be inserted more comfortably and in complete safety.
SIMPLE INSERTION TECHNIQUES
Because simplicity is often the best option, our simple and effective insertion diagrams are developed together with practitioners. These techniques guarantee an optimal result for the patient: a natural appearance and long-lasting effect.
FAQ
What are the main indications for a Spring Thread® lift?
Spring Thread® tensor threads are suitable for correcting facial ptose and enable patients to regain a harmonious oval shape: the nasolabial folds, bitterness folds and jowls are attenuated. Thread lifts can also be performed in many other areas: the neck, eyebrows, breasts, buttocks, etc.
How is Spring Thread® produced?
The threads for the Spring Thread® brand are manufactured entirely in France. They carry CE marking (Class IIb Medical Device in accordance with Directive 93/42/EC) and comply with the ISO 13485 standard relating to the manufacture of medical devices. They undergo numerous tests during the course of manufacture and before they are placed on the market. They are made up of a PET (polyethylene terephthalate) helix core with a medical-grade silicone moulded casing. The PET creates a strong product and ensures stretching is limited (15%), while the silicone ensures the required elasticity for a natural effect. All the Spring Thread® components are biocompatible (fully tolerated by the body) and have been used in implant surgery for over 50 years.
Is the procedure painful?
Inserting the threads is almost painless as the procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic; the doctor performing the procedure may choose to also prescribe a light sedative at the patient’s request.
What are the effects after the procedure?
The post-operative effects are slight and normal activity can be resumed very soon after the procedure. It is advisable to remain calm for the first two or three days. Any pain can be managed by taking painkillers. A feeling of tightness in the skin is common. Rare bruising and oedema might occur. These signs are temporary and usually last about a week.
Any lines at the temples, more or less visible depending on the degree of lift, will disappear on their own in the days following the procedure. A follow-up visit should be scheduled in the week after the intervention.
What results to expect?
A thread lift will allow your face to regain its harmonious oval shape. The tissue is lifted vertically, so the nasolabial folds, bitterness folds and jowls become less apparent.
The oval is restored, while facial expressions are retained for a natural result.
The effect is visible immediately and will be optimal approximately two months after the threads have been inserted, which is the required period for the fibrosis process to occur.
What is the cost of the procedure?
The cost of the procedure depends on the number of treatment areas and therefore the number of threads inserted, as well as the doctor and the geographical location. In the initial consultation, your doctor will draw up a detailed, personalised quote for you.
Are there any contraindications to Spring Thread® lifts?
There are no real medical contraindications, with the exception of certain autoimmune diseases that may present a risk.
Patients who are unstable psychologically or who have unrealistic hopes for the technique will be refused. If the skin is very fine and wrinkled, the result will not be good. Also, if the skin is very heavy, the results will be insufficient.
Can Spring Thread® tensor threads be removed?
The thread is not intended to be removed as it is composed of materials that are perfectly biocompatible. Patients can live with the threads beneath their skin throughout their life without feeling their presence. However, they can be removed by an experienced practitioner in the event of rare complications.
How long do the results last?
Spring Thread® is non-absorbable, it does not disintegrate but ‘fuses’ with the tissue beneath the skin in a permanent way. The effect of a thread lift lasts for 3 to 5 years, as it varies depending on the patient and natural ageing, just like a facelift. This technique allows you to ‘gain time’, but does not halt the ageing process. After a few years, several options are possible: do nothing, have another thread lift, or decide on a different rejuvenation technique, surgical or otherwise.
LEARN WHAT OUR CLIENTS THINK OF US
My experience with Spring Thread® is that of a satisfied surgeon with happy patients. Spring Thread® is the future of face and body rejuvenation.
The elasticity of Spring Thread® enables the skin to adapt to muscle movement. Pleasant for the surgeon to use, simple after-care and satisfied surgeons and patients.
The flexibility, safety and relative ease of use are the advantages of Spring Thread® lifts.
I chose to work with Spring Thread® mainly for the quality of the thread, its cogs and also for the quality of manufacture.
My experience with the Spring Thread® has been fantastic. I am getting results in the face that I never seen before.
As for the rest of the workshop, everything is gradually falling into place. I’m delighted with the result and thank you again for offering me this service.
My face is much fresher and smoother. The lower part of the face is tense. I think I’m prettier. I’m delighted!